Educational Visits to Europe House in London

Free education sessions at Europe House. Specially designed to be interactive, politically neutral and suitable for for 11-18 year olds at schools and colleges, including those studying for GCSE, A-Level and BTEC qualifications. They are completely free of charge.

Each session includes several engaging activities. These culminate in a European Parliament simulation where students take on the role of MEPs from different countries and political groups to debate a topical issue.

Whether you're teaching about Europe in Geography, History, Citizenship or Politics, a visit to the European Parliament information office in the UK will help support your work and enhance your students' learning. We will work with you to ensure that your visit is really valuable.

Your MEPs will be informed of your visit and encouraged to engage with your students. Let us know if there's a particular issue you would like to speak to them about.

Sessions are facilitated by trained staff from Involver, a social enterprise that helps young people to have a say in the places they go and the services they use.

Practical information for teachers

What does a typical educational visit include?

A free 90-minute, politically-neutral educational session to teach about the work of the European Parliament and the wider European Union. There will be individual activities, whole group activities and small group tasks, using a broad range of teaching techniques to engage all learners.

Which subjects do you cover?

Sessions are suitable for your classes in Geography, Citizenship, History, Politics, BTEC or MFL at stage 3 or above.

What does it cost?

There is no charge.

When can we visit?

Education sessions are available on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 11.30 - 13.00. Other times may be available subject to negotiation. Please note that we require min of six weeks' notice.

What size groups do we cater for?

Our facilitators are happy to take groups of up to 40 at a time as long as teachers accompany the group in the appropriate ratio. If you have a whole year group we ask that you book several sessions to enable us to work effectively with your students.

What support is there for your visit?

Several teaching packs about the EU and European Parliament. See Teaching Resources on our education page.

Can you take photos, video or audio? Are there any copyright restrictions?

Students are free to take photos and there is no charge. Please share them with us through Facebook and/or Twitter

Can you help me with my risk assessment?

Yes of course! Please contact us.

Is there first aid on site?

There is normally a qualified first aider on site.

Are there disabled facilities?

Our building is suitable for disabled children and adults.

Where are we?

Our address is Europe House, 32 Smith Square, London SW1P 3EU. Our nearest tube station is Westminster Station. Find us on the map